Assistant Financial Accountant

Morson are recruiting an Assistant Financial Accountant to work with our Gloucester based aerospace client, this is an initial 12 month contract with a possibility to lead to a permanent role. Candidates must be ok to work full time on site, hybrid working (2 days from home) will be possible following an initial training period. 

The Assistant Financial Accountant will play a critical role in supporting the Financial Control Team, with responsibility for maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring timely and compliant reporting.

The involves but is not limited to the following:

Maintaining and reconciling daily cash book records 

Managing VAT returns, EC Sales Lists, and Intrastat returns, including monthly VAT reconciliations. Assisting with the preparation of Corporation Tax submissions and related documentation. 

Posting and reconciling monthly wages journals. Providing cover and support for the Finance Analyst and Financial Accountant when required.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Control & Reporting
Perform daily cash book maintenance and monthly bank reconciliations (MRO). Prepare and submit timely and accurate VAT returns, including monthly VAT reconciliations. 

Post and reconcile monthly wages journals for OEM and MRO. Submit and reconcile key month-end journals including Goodwill, Pension, and Tax. 

Maintain lease schedules and update the foreign currency summary file monthly. 

Assist with tax analysis and preparation of Corporation Tax data. Team

Support & Communication Provide support and backup to the Finance Analyst and Financial Accountant as required. 

Perform other ad hoc financial tasks as needed by the business.

Qualifications, Skills & Experience

Essential:
Previous experience in a similar finance or accounting role. 

AAT qualified or actively studying ACCA (or equivalent). 

Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel. 

Desirable:
Experience with Fourth Shift ERP system.

Studying towards or possessing knowledge of tax, VAT, treasury, and PAYE/CIS reporting is advantageous